Upcoming Events

 Marsha Chartrand

Turkey Trot accomplished; Reindeer Run ahead!

The Walk to School group, coordinated by Klager teacher Kathy O’Mara, which meets Mondays and Wednesdays throughout town, hosted a “left-over” Turkey Trot last Wednesday. The event was postponed from the previous Monday, when school was closed. Despite the cold, more than 85 kids and adults participated in the walk, nearly covering up the inflatable […]

 Sara Swanson

Visit with Santa or send him a letter

Missed Santa at Christmas in the Village this weekend? Santa will be in his little house on Main Street on Saturday, December 9 from 11 am to 1 pm; Saturday, December 16th from 11 am to 1 pm; and Saturday, December 23rd from 11 am to 1 pm to hear Christmas wishes and pose for […]

 Sara Swanson

Church services for those feeling disconnected from holiday festivities

Christmas can be a difficult time of year. Because of this, the Manchester United Methodist Church located at is offering a special worship opportunity on Thursday, December 14th, at 7 pm, for anyone who feels disconnected with normal advent festivities – be it the loss of a loved one, struggle with a mental illness, or a weariness […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Free horse-drawn carriage rides next weekend – CANCLED

12-4-2017 Editors note: Unfortunately, Adiska Family Dental has had to cancel this event. The Adiska Family Dental office in Manchester will be hosting free horse drawn carriage rides on Friday, December 8, from 6-8 pm. The rides will begin and end at the dental office location at 500 Galloway Drive.  Visits with Santa Claus will be held indoors, […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Manchester Family Service Christmas Shop Adoption Program and Gift Giving

Manchester Family Service (MFS) exists to provide aid to many families and individuals in the community. As the holiday season approaches, they seek ways to brighten lives through their annual Christmas Project. Through the project, MFS coordinates the efforts of persons, organizations and businesses in our community to provide gifts, food, warm clothing and other […]

 Sara Swanson

2017 Christmas in the Village – parade, shopping, Santa, crafts shows, contests & more!!

Manchester Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Manchester’s Annual Christmas in the Village this coming weekend. Festivities begin on Thursday, November 30th and run through the evening of Saturday, Dec. 2nd. While we can look forward to the return of perennial favorites, like craft shows, the lightened parade, Lunch with Santa and the beloved recent […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Young Life meeting set for Nov. 30

On November 30, 2017, 7 p.m., at Emanuel United Church of Christ, all are cordially invited to join Washtenaw County Young Life director, Corky Erickson, to explore the benefits of bringing Young Life to Manchester. Washtenaw County Young Life has been hugely successful in various school districts throughout the county for a number of years […]

 Sara Swanson

Free Thanksgiving meal at St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea will host residents in the community who would otherwise be alone on Thanksgiving or who cannot afford a Thanksgiving meal. Anyone who would like to attend is invited to gather for a free meal at St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea on Thursday, November 23 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Registration is required and space is […]

 Sara Swanson

Cub Scouts holding food drive for Manchester Family Services

Manchester’s Cub Scout Pack 421 would like your help in supporting Manchester Family Services this holiday Season. They will be collecting nonperishable foods, personal care items & cleaning supplies (please no glass or expired goods). Manchester Family Services will be distributing all the goods collected to members of our community on December 16 at their annual “Christmas Shop.” The Scouts will be […]

 Sara Swanson

Free movie: Miracle on 34th Street